2025 Kia Sorento
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 42 of 125 complaints (34%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Driver Assistance & Speed Control include more crash reports (5) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 47 in 2024 to 125 in 2025.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | vs. 2025 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 1,700–2,600 | 1,700–2,700 | 1,750–2,700 | 1,700–2,700 | 1,700 | |
| Combined MPG | 24–37 | 23–37 | 23–36 | 23–37 | 37 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 22–39 / 25–35 | 20–39 / 27–35 | 20–36 / 27–36 | 20–37 / 27–36 | 37 / 36 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 242–377 | 242–389 | 246–389 | 240–388 | 240 | |
| Complaints filed | 157 | 47 | 125 | 5 | 0 | |
| Recalls issued | 4 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 4 | 4 | 7 | 2 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 7 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 1 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2025 Kia Sorento have?
4 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2025 Kia Sorento?
Engine: 42 of 125 NHTSA complaints (34%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Kia Sorento get?
EPA rates it 23–36 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2025 Kia Sorento?
EPA estimates $1,750–$2,700 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (7)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (AM-S6) | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 36 mpg (high) | 36 mpg (high) | 36 mpg (high) | $1,750 (low) | 246 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (AM-S6) | 4 | 1.6L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 34 mpg | 34 mpg | 34 mpg | $1,850 | 263 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 23 mpg | 31 mpg | 26 mpg | $2,400 | 339 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (AM-S8) | 4 | 2.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 20 mpg (low) | 29 mpg | 23 mpg (low) | $2,700 (high) | 382 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 23 mpg | 28 mpg | 25 mpg | $2,500 | 357 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (AM-S8) | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 20 mpg (low) | 27 mpg (low) | 23 mpg (low) | $2,700 (high) | 389 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 7 | Automatic (AM-S6) | 4 | 1.6L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gas and Electricity | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 33 mpg | 34 mpg | 33 mpg | $1,900 | 111 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 42 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 37 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 4 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 25 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 32 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (4)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL · Campaign 26V046000 · Jan 27, 2026
Defect: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Kia K4, 2025-2026 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage PHEV, K5, EV9, Carnival, and Carnival Hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 101, "Controls and Displays" and 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System."
Consequence: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer, tire pressure, or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 26, 2026. Owners may contact Kia Customer Service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC361. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 9, 2026.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:CRITICAL FASTENERS · Campaign 25V548000 · Aug 26, 2025
Defect: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 K4 and Sorento vehicles. The connecting rod bolts in the engine may have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of drive power.
Consequence: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the sub engine assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 12, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC349.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE · Campaign 25V006000 · Jan 13, 2025
Defect: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Sorento, 2025 Sorento Hybrid, and 2025 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. A software error in the Body Domain Control Unit (BDC) may cause a loss of low beam headlights and taillights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence: A loss of headlights and taillights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the BDC software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 21, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC331.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS · Campaign 24V920000 · Dec 11, 2024
Defect: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. During a crash, the steering rack may damage the fuel line, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install a cover around the fuel line, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC328.